The future growth of Vietnam’s power infrastructure will be spearheaded by coal-fired power plants in the short term as Vietnam is one of Asia’s fastest growing markets, thus driving the demand of electricity for industry, and commercial and residential usage, according to a world-class research unit. SEE MORE Experts have forecast minimal pressure on exchange rates in 2019, with little chance of significant volatility. SEE MORE The Vietnamese dong has remained stable against the dollar since the start of the year on the back of improving global risk sentiment, according to a unit of Fitch Group. SEE MORE Oil skidded to its lowest close in two weeks as worries of a stalemate in U.S.-China trade talks fueled concerns about global growth. SEE MORE China struck an upbeat note on Monday as trade talks resumed with the United States, but also expressed anger at a U.S. Navy mission through the disputed South China Sea, casting a shadow over the prospect for improved Beijing-Washington ties. SEE MORE